Maintenance
Shower maintenance
Cleaning your shower is a necessary evil. If you do it regularly (and properly), your shower will only need a light clean every time.
How to clean a shower
Find out how to deal with stubborn water film on glass, how to clean a shower head and how to wash tiles to make your shower sparkle like it's new.
How to unblock a drain
Blocked drains in your kitchen are no fun - but thankfully they're not too difficult to deal with. Read our guide on how to unblock a drain and save yourself from a watery disaster.
How to deal with mould and rust
Cleaning mould is not simply a matter of wiping it off and assuming the job's finished. Find out how to effectively clean rust stains and get rid of mould for good in your bathroom.
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Position and aperture size of vents
Where your vents and windows are located and how big they are both play a vital role in how much air is allowed to move in and out of your home.
Soundproofing and wall insulation
Keeping heat and sound in (or out) are two of the biggest jobs a wall is expected to fulfil. Find out how this is achieved.
Spans, decking width and bracing
A variety of construction methods and measures can be used to add strength and structural stability to decking. Find out what's necessary, and how decks can be strengthened and reinforced.